Ipswich Cultural Council

Ipswich Cultural Council’s primary mission is to distribute Massachusetts Cultural Council state funding to eligible grant applicants. ICC supports inclusive arts, diverse cultures, and humanities for all in our community. ICC takes pride in organizing a non-juried community art show* every fall.

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Contact

Kasey Calebaugh
[email protected]
978-998-2228
https://www.ipswichculturalcouncil.org

Address
25 Green Street
Ipswich, MA 01938-2229

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Application Information

FY27 Allocation

$7,900

FY27 Local Priorities

1. Events that support as many Ipswich residents as possible

2. Support of community projects by residents in the arts, sciences, history, and the humanities

3. Community-wide gatherings: festivals, concerts, plays, performances

4. Low or no cost to attendees

FY27 Local Guidelines

1. The ICC does not directly fund programs or projects that originate from outside of Ipswich. The applicant must be an Ipswich resident or first make contact with a representative from an Ipswich school group or other community organization to gain their sponsorship. This representative must then be listed as the CONTACT PERSON on the grant application. ICC does not act as a booking agent for visiting artists.

2. Programs and projects must be past the ideation stage, i.e. possesses a confirmed location, firm commitment from community partners, solid dates for the event, additional funding, project lead.

3. ICC funds are not intended to be used as the sole source for funding projects. ICC encourages applicants to solicit additional funds and usually limits applicants to 3 consecutive years of funding.

* The Ipswich Art Show & Sale is in its 41st year and is a three-day event with visual art, poetry, music, and dance.

All applicants must submit completed applications by the statewide deadline. This year, the deadline is Oct. 15, 2026. Late applications cannot be accepted.

To Apply:

Review the COMPLETE GUIDELINES

Create a Smart Simple account and APPLY ONLINE

Mass Cultural Council can no longer accept mail-in grant applications. If you need assistance with creating an online application, please contact us at [email protected]

How Grant Recipients Are Paid

Reimbursement Grants

FY27 Funding List

A grant list will be published here after January 15, 2027 and once the Local Cultural Council has finalized their decisions.